Culture and Engagement Specialist

Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Culture and Engagement Specialist to join our team!

This individual will be pivotal in developing, coordinating, and implementing strategies that foster a positive and engaging workplace culture.

Key responsibilities include organizing departmental events and other key events, gathering employee feedback and ideas, coordinating onboarding efforts, facilitating internal work groups, and supporting our diversity and inclusion initiatives.

The ideal candidate will excel at bringing people together, possess excellent communication skills, and have a strong understanding of how to maintain a positive, engaging and inclusive work environment.

The Larimer County Department of Health and Environment works to provide everyone in Larimer County the opportunity for a healthy life and values strategy, professionalism, equity, and teamwork.

We are dedicated to fostering a workplace culture that prioritizes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in every aspect of our operations.

We recognize that unconscious bias can undermine our DEI efforts, so we actively address it through ongoing education, training, and open dialogue.

If you are committed to learning and engaging in actively cultivating a workplace that prioritizes inclusivity for marginalized communities, please consider applying and join us on our journey to foster a workplace where Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are not just words, but principles that drive our collective success.

The typical schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8 : 00 AM to 4 : 30 PM, with flexibility for hybrid work.

Occasional evening or weekend events may be required.

To be considered for this position, please include a resume and cover letter with your application.

Responsibilities

Specifically, this position :

• Develops and executes strategies to enhance a positive work culture and employee engagement.
• Organizes and coordinates inclusive and engaging department events, trainings, and activities.
• Facilitates or co-facilitates internal work groups and team meetings.
• Supports collection and analysis of feedback from employees regarding culture, engagement, and retention.
• Facilitates and supports new employee orientation and first day onboarding.
• Supports initiatives that promote diversity and inclusion within the workplace.
• Works with the Office of Communications and Technology to create and distribute internal communications about culture, engagement and wellness initiatives.
• Works with management and the Health Equity Coordinator to nurture a supportive and inclusive culture and ensure alignment with departmental culture and engagement goals.

To view the full job description, visit https : / / www.larimer.gov / hr / careers / job-descriptions# / app / detail / Program Specialist .

We are looking for a candidate that will :

• Apply best practices of employee engagement.
• Demonstrate knowledge and experience with diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Analyze and present data and ideas effectively.
• Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of program services; assessment of program needs; offers recommendations for programming.
• Exhibit proven organizational and event planning skills.
• Communicate effectively through strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to engage a variety of audiences.
• Understand routine software and business applications including, but not limited to, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, and databases.
• Lead and manage internal workgroups through small group facilitation skills.

Qualifications

All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required will be eliminated from the process.

• Two (2) years in a directly related field or performance of similar duties.
• Possess reliable transportation to be able to work in any County facility as needed and required.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.

Benefits

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular / Limited Term positions :

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• FSA or HSA depending on medical plan
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life / Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Paid time off including vacation, sick, and holidays

To view information on Larimer County's Benefits, visit www.larimer.org / hr / benefits .

Supplemental Information

Please Note

The Department of Health and Environment has a vaccine requirement. Successful candidates will be required to comply with the vaccine requirements or request a waiver.

You can't be considered unless you apply! Underrepresented individuals may be less likely to apply for a job unless they believe they meet all requirements and can perform every job responsibility.

We are most interested in finding the best candidate. We encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role and apply.

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment testing. Depending on the position, these checks may include, but are not limited to;

reference checks, motor vehicle reports, employment verification, education verification, fingerprinting, criminal history information, physical, and a drug screening.

As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests, will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked.

Successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.

All application components must be submitted by 11 : 59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.